GPS Articles

The GPS system uses a series of satellites orbiting the earth to pinpoint the specific location, direction and even speed of any one receiver on earth. GPS stands for Global Positioning System and more and more are realizing the convenience of using GPS tracking capabilities. With units made available in a variety of compact, easily portable forms with a slew of uses, it is important when it comes to choosing a GPS tracking device to suit your needs.

Not long ago, my family and I went on a trip to visit friends, family, and some cool attractions in Florida. Since it was a place we weren't familiar with, we realized we'd either need to rent a GPS unit, buy one, or print out oodles of maps.

An examination of the different types of GPS (Global Positioning System) radio signals and the GPS receivers which are currently used by this particular global tracking system.